Our town is full of quirky little shops. I can't even name all of my favorites--
Coventry-- the whole thing, from the library up to Mayfield. Start out at Mac's Backs, take a lunch at Tommy's, then check out the toys at Big Fun, which has all that stuff you saw advertised in the back of comic books but your parents woudn't let you buy. Did you know they were named by Playboy as one of the “coolest stores” in all of America? Then browse the street-- Passport to Peru (OK, I admit it: that's where I did my shopping this year. Don't tell my family, it's a surprise), and around to City Buddha*, for cool stuff.
Over to the west, in Berea try the Shoppe for gifts, and then wander over to Kidforce Collectables to shop for the younger set, and check out their games and comics. Then, if you're over 21, stop for a craft beer at Cornerstone Brewing on the Triangle. Hey, a growler of Seven is always the right thing to bring to a Christmas pot-luck!
Over to the east, check out the arts, antiques and consignment shops in the Larchmere area, starting with Loganberry Books.
Gordon Square: stop for a movie at the Capitol, and right next door you're find Guide to Kulchur.
And don't forget street fairs and festivals. This week, Coventry Holiday Festival is December 13.
And that's barely more than the surface-- there are thousands more. Look, this year, when black Friday comes, make a resolution: don't shop in the big boxes. They don't need your business. Go for the independents. Support your neighborhoods!
What's your favorite?
For a different view, see:
- Cleveland.com's guide to shopping local in the Cleveland suburbs
- Joanne Connors writes Buy Books at a local, independent bookstore
*What makes City Buddha unique? Interview.
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